Mookie Betts has struggled offensively this season while performing well defensively at shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He had an 0-for-4 game but helped secure a comeback win with a game-tying sacrifice fly. Manager Dave Roberts does not see concern in Betts' slump, focusing on positive signs like a strong swing on the recent sacrifice fly. Consistent issues with hitting breaking balls and making solid contact have affected Betts, but recent performances suggest progress is being made.
Hitting breaking balls and making solid contact consistently has been two of Betts' biggest issues this season, which is why his final at-bat on Thursday was encouraging.
Roberts stated, 'I wouldn't say it's going to be of concern, it's not... concern is not really ever going to be on the table.'
Betts contributed to the Dodgers' comeback victory with a game-tying sacrifice fly in the ninth inning.
The exit velocity on Betts' sacrifice fly was 101 mph.
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